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Boston Post

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Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Dec 17, 1894

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3

Harvard Crew Gains Steam Under Coach Watson at Cambridge

Harvard's rowing prospects rise as R. C. Watson takes a united stance to train a larger varsity squad. About fifty candidates, including six from last year's Yale race crew, push early practice with barge and machines. Training emphasizes discipline and steady autumn work, with three crews to form in weeks, aiming to avoid last year's light, weak form.

Harvard Bob” Cook R. C. Watson BE. H. Fennessy H.C. Dev. Cornwell F. K. Kernan W. Sleeper D. Hildreth H. J. Wilder A. W Stevens J. R. Bullard R. H Stevenson T. G. Stevenson L. D. Shepard A. A. Sprague F. Duffield F. M. Forbes L. T. Damon K. H. Lewis A. M. Kales I. Bowditch G. T. Rice W. B. Holmes R. L. Manning J. P. Warren R. F. Fox K. K. Kubli E. C. Clark H. H. Davenport Lombard Williams W. L. Webb L. S G. H. Watson W. H. Phelps S. Hollister L. J. Ninde L. M. Bigelow J. N. Conger W. M. O’connor H. Foster F. N. Clapp J. R. Pierson J. A. Stillman R. J. Ham G. H. Abbott W. J. Snedke M. B. Fanning R. M. Townsend M. S. Duffield Yale New London E. H. Fennessy Purcon Davis Cornwell Hollister Kerran Sprague Phelps Sleeper Stevens Forbes Shepard Mude Williams R. H. Stevenson Watson Carey Fennessy C. P. Curtis, Jr

Pugilist Danny Dally Lying Dangerously Ill

St. Louis featherweight Danny Dally is dangerously ill at City Hospital from a broken jaw suffered in a fight with Chicago’s Tommy White two months ago. It is his second jaw fracture, the first having occurred in San Francisco two years earlier. Doctors warn of possible gangrene and plan an operation.

ST. Louis Danny Dally City Hospital Tommy White Chicago Triangle Club Sally Smith San Francisco

Resolution of Thanks to the Boston Post

A Boston Post resolution from Division 17 A O H expresses gratitude for favorable coverage at their Nov 18 social and anniversary. In a meeting with 150 members they voted to thank the Post for Nov 19 coverage and pledge to support and boost its circulation as a leading workingmen's paper in the state. Signed by Edwin B Fields and others on Dec 16, 1894.

Post Boston Post Division 17 Order

Boxing Gossip and Upcoming Matches Across Clubs

Boxing news notes Joe Walcott will challenge Tommy Ryan in a finish fight. Leonard vs Barnett slated private near New York on December 20. Jack O'Brien sails for the U.S. to challenge any welterweight for a finish. Kid Lavigne vs Young Grilto may be arranged if New Orleans embargo lifts. Levy vs Smyrna postponed due to Levy injury. Eureka Club eyes Fred Morris vs Mike Dunn next month. Alf Greenfield is critically ill in Birmingham. Jack Hanley seeks a 138½-pound bout. Young Starlight defeats Ringwood Bell Welsh and Welsh. boxes Burns, Clifford, Flaherty, Moriarty in coming days. Starlight may face Sally Smith or Kentucky Rosebud winner.

Joe Walcott Tommy Ryan Betwen Mike Leonard Charlie Barnett New York Jack O’brien Schail Olympic Club Kid Lavigne Young Grilto New Orleans Billy Alf Greenfield Birmingham Eng Jack Hanley Young Griffo Young Starlight Music Hall Lynn Bob Ringwood Sam Bell Denny Welsh Billy Wright John E. Butler Starlight Jack Burns Brockton Young Clifford Fitchburg Martin Flaherty Joe Flaherty Tom Moriarty Lowell Sally Smith

William Baker Funeral Obsequies In Dorchester

The remains of William Baker, business manager of the Saturday Evening Gazette, were buried at Forest Hills Cemetery after a service at his Dorchester home conducted by Rev. Mr. Whittemore. A large turnout of newspaper colleagues and friends attended, with numerous floral tributes from A. Shuman & Co and others, and pallbearers from the Gazette, Newsman, Globe, Herald, and Press Club.

William Baker Saturday Evening Gazette Linsey Street Dorchester Forest Hills Whittemore A. Shuman & Co Thomas F. Galvin Messrs John Daly the Newsman New York Ralph Cracknell The Globe M. J. Keating Press Club Frank CG. Brownell Herald Frank Gleason

Suffolk Athletic Club basketball candidates practice game

The Suffolk Athletic Club held its first practice game Saturday evening with players including Ww. C. Albee, C. G. Taylor, Herbert Vawles, William Black, James F. Quin, Ben Osthues, Phil and Lewis Stingel, Frank Beede, A. C. Dowling and George Rogers.

Suffolk Athletic Club Ww. C. Albee C. G. Taylor Herbert Vawles William Black James F. Quin Ben Osthues Phil Lewis Stingel Frank Beede George Rogers

Entries for New Orleans Races Featured In Card

The first race lists horses Coraltina Coria Dr Work His Honor Tongbrook Mollie B Readina Ben Hill Bob Campbell Pancreas in a three quarters mile. Second race a one mile selling includes Legrande Mountain Quail Footrunner Topgallet Hattie Gant Mezzotint Frances Pope Nero Burrells Billet. Hind race spans five eighths with Queen Lake Pomegranate Adah Foh Blue Hen Newcomer Jennie Van Hook Ben Roy Boothroyd Pettingill Lu Prewitt Verdi Kingmont. Fourth race covers three quarters with Rasper Eva L Black Hawk Theodore King Craft Miss Clark Red Veil Metropole Frank Gayle. Fifth race thirteen sixteenths features Tippe canoe Nicaragua Dotsie Dimple Jim Henry Bankrupt Daphne Malaga Texas Star Baby Ill Masonic Home Royal Flush Ixion Cactus Blossom Lyndhurst Gray Duke.

Coria Dr. Work His Honor Tongbrook Mollie B Readina Ben Hill Bob Campbell Pancreas Rasper Eva L Black Hawk Theodore King Craft Miss Clark Red Veil Metropole Frank Gayle Tippecanoe Nicaragua Dotsie Dimple Jim Henry Bankrupt Daphne Malaga Texas Star Baby Ill Masonic Home Royal Flush Ixion Cactus Blossom Lyndhurst Gray Duke

Veteran Joseph Josselyn Dies at Soldiers' Home

Joseph Josselyn Civil War veteran died at the Soldiers' Home yesterday afternoon at age 58. He served as a freeman in the United States Navy and had long resided in Chelsea.

Joseph Josselyn Soldiers Freman United States Navy Chelsea

Portfolios in Physical Development Series Offered

Readers may obtain port folios from Pugilis Publishing Co at 1318 Walnut St Philadelphia. Each portfolio costs 15 cents postpaid without coupon.

Pugilis Publishing CO Walnut St Philadelphia Penn

Malden Clergyman Attacks Christian Science In Fatal Case

In Malden on December 16, Rev. J. M. Leonard denounced Christian Science as a curse, saying it deceives the elect and citing cases of adherents leaving churches. He quoted Mrs. Eddy and a dyspepsia prayer, contrasting beliefs with Christian theology and recounting a poor woman who could not pay for treatment and faced a sick child alone.

Malden Christian Science Mabel Webb J. M. Leonard Centre Methodist Episcopal Church Satan Leonard God Jesus Christ Hazard New York School of Christian Science

Beachmont Crescent Beach residents push West End line extension

Residents of Beachmont and Crescent Beach are circulating petitions to extend the West End railway from East Boston ferry to their homes. The plan would connect Orient Heights to Beachmont, shortening city travel and reducing cost for uptown trips, amid discontent over recent fare changes by the Boston Revere Beach and Lynn railroad.

Boston, Revere Beach & Lynn Railroad West End

Haverhill Liquor Raid Shocks City Officials

A Haverhill hotel was raided on December 16 by authorities. Officers recovered a quantity of whiskey wine and other liquors along with unspecified items. No arrests were immediately reported.

Haverhill Cowealth

Yale Captain Hin Key Cleared in Rough Play Inquiry

A Yale Football Association panel reviewed charges of rough playing against Captain Hin key after Wrightington's injury in the Springfield game. The officials found no deliberate foul by Hin key, deeming Wrightington’s injury accidental with testimonies from umpire Moffat, linesman Pratt, and others. Anson Beard described the tackle near Harvard’s goal, noting Hin key shouted for a penalty while Wrightington was helped off by Harvard players.

New York Yale Football Association Hinkey Yale BE. L. Richards Walter Camp Henry E. Howland George A. Adee Howard Knapp Gene L. Richards Springfield Wrightington Alexander Moffat George D. Pratt Garfield Anson Beard Harvard Thorne

Paine Furniture showcases vast six floor Christmas display

The Paine Furniture Company at 48 Canal and 141 Friend streets unveils a six floor Christmas exhibit claimed to be the finest in the United States. Rooms feature a wide range of goods from electrical music boxes to Circassian walnut suites, with exclusive items and new novelties across all departments.

United States Paine Furniture Company Canal Street Friend Street

Freight Handlers Meet Elects Officers And Trustees

The Freight Handlers Assembly S A 5672 of the K of L held a meeting yesterday afternoon to elect officers and trustees. Thomas Coveney was named Master Workman and also served on the board of trustees with Daniel Daly and Nathan McCoon. Cornelius Linehan became worthy foreman. John Ratigan is recording secretary James Cook financial secretary John Lynch treasurer and John Creedon almoner. Denis McCarthy is judge advocate Francis McGowan clerk and John Mahoney was elected judge.

S. A K. of L Thomas Coveney Cornelius Linehan John Ratigan James Cook John Lynch John Creedon Daniel Daly Nathan McCoon John Mahoney Denis McCarthy Francis McGowan

Park Employees' Officers Elected for 1895

Park employees in the L. A. 17676 K of L met at their hall at Northampton and Washington streets. John P. Leach M W and Timothy Sullivan W F were elected to the board of trustees with P B Collins recording secretary Patrick McKenzie financial secretary and James Clarke treasurer. Timothy Sullivan and Daniel Smith named executive committee. John P. Leach James Clarke and Patrick McKenzie named court officers Patrick H Cronin judge Daniel Smith judge advocate and Lawrence McCarthy clerk of the court.

Daniel Smith Lawrence McCarthy

New Columbia Model At Pope Manufacturing Headquarters

The 1895 Columbia bicycle arrives at Pope Manufacturing on Columbus Avenue with improvements in adjustable handle bar running gear and weight reduction. The Press Cycling Club held a ride with about 20 members. A theatre party and a Waban Cycle Club open night are announced. The Consolidated Cycling Clubs of eastern Massachusetts met, electing officers and urging league status while delegates from many clubs attended.

Columbia Pope Manufacturing Company Columbus Avenue Press Pease Gaudelet H. BE. Walker L. P. Land W. Files William Gibson Edward Skinner C. A. Collins J. A. Whiting D. J. Green F. L. Howes A. W. Malcolm L. Cates J. E Anderson P. C. Co Park Theatre Waban Cycle Club Keyes Consolidated Cycling Clubs Massachusetts Roxbury John J. Walsh J. M. McGinley C. R. Hutchinson William Delmuth Delgates Roslindale Cycle Club W. O. Bullock R. F E. Dimock Suffolk Bicycle Club G. P. Whitten F. Kitson Tiger Roads Misses Newcomb la Salle Pequot Cycle Club E. T. Bailey H. O. Harding H. M. Gordon

Labor union meeting admits some groups and bars others

At a Central Labor Union gathering on Eliot Street delegates from the Boston Waiters Alliance Machinists Brass Moulders United Garment Workers and Musicians Protective Union were admitted while Lodge 264 of the International Machinists Association was excluded for drawing the color line The body moved to raise funds for the Ohio allied printing trades strike and discussed legislation to amend Section 63 Chapter 208 to strike out knowingly and wilfully The Vegelahn decision was denounced and plans for John Burns arrival in Boston on January 2 were outlined with a banquet planned and a $100 donation noted from Cigar Makers Union 97

Central Labor Union Eliot Street Boston Waiters’ Alliance, Machinists Brass Moulders United Garment Workers 43 Musicians’ Protective Union Lodge 264 International Machinists’ Association Allied Printing Trades Ohio Abrahams Cigar Makers Morton Vegelahn John Burns Boston Mechanics’ Hall Building Trades Council Burns Cigar Makers’ Union 97

Sympathy for Debs Resolutions Adopted by Old Colony Assembly

The Old Colony Assembly 3702 in Wells Memorial building adopted resolutions denouncing Judge Woods who sentenced E V Debs and extending sympathy to Debs. Five new members were initiated and officers elected: Jeremiah O Leary master workman Martin Barrett worthy foreman James Day recording secretary John Holland financial secretary John Donovan almoner Cornelius Mahoney trustee Charles Mitchell statistician Thomas Walker judge Patrick Sullivan judge advocate and William Leary clerk.

Old Colony Assembly K. of L Wells Memorial Woods E. V. Debs Jeremiah O'Leary Martin Barrett James Day John Holland John Donovan Cornelius Mahoney Charles

Brockton Central Labor Union Admits Delegates

At the Brockton Central Labor Union meeting delegates were admitted from Whitman and the Finnishers' Union. The legislative committee was instructed to investigate alleged city ordinance violations by city employees. Debs trial by jury denial was denounced by delegates and will be considered at the next meeting.

Brockton Central Labor Union Whitman L. P. A Avon Randolph and Stoughton John Burns Debs Woods

Water Works Assembly Elects Officers in Boston

Boston Water Department Assembly 479, K. of L., elects Master Workman F. Crowley and officers including Grand Foreman Jeremiah Quirk Recording Secretary F. D. Sullivan Financial Secretary M. Burke Treasurer Charles J. Parks Almoner John Cahill Judge John Cain J.A. Alexander Thompson Clerk of Court M. J. Carney. Delegates to District Assembly include William A. White William Linehan Thomas F. Tarpey Alexander Thompson Coleman Mullen Florence Crowley. State Delegates John Hickey Thomas F. Tarpey.

Boston Water Department Assembly K. of L F. Crowley Jeremiah Quirk F. D. Sullivan M. Burke Charles J. Parks John Cahill John Cain J.A Alexander Thompson M. J. Carney William A. White William Linehan Thomas F. Tarpey Alexander

Lovers reply to ad on physiognomical bald hair

An advertisement from Alland Ros at 19 Tremont Row seeks services described as physiognomical bald hair. The public notice hints at responses from interested parties and outlines the business base.

Alland Ros Tremont Row

Stevenson Dead New York and Samoa Reports

Auckland dispatch from December 16 notes Advices from Apia dated December 8 announce the death of famed novelist Robert Lewis Stevenson from apoplexy. His body was buried on the summit of Pala Mountain, about 1300 feet high. The Morning Advertiser reproduces the item.

New York Auckland N. Z Apia Samoa Robert Lewis Stevenson Pala Mountain

Brookline Sunday School Marks Twenty Years Of Growth

Brookline notes twenty years since John Knox Marshall founded a Sunday school at Harvard Congregational Church. The Bethany Sunday School now has about 400 pupils, operates independently though linked to Harvard Church, and recently moved to Harvard Street. Marshall spoke on his Europe travels and distributed foreign coins as souvenirs. Rev Reuen Thomas praised the school’s progress.

John Knox Marshall Harvard Congregational Church Washington and School Streets Brookline Harvard Street Bethany Sunday School Harvard Church Marshall Europe Reuen Thomas

Brighton Congregational Church to Move or Rebuild

The Brighton Congregational Church on Washington street, standing for nearly 50 years, may relocate or a new building may rise elsewhere in Brighton. Pastor A. A. Berle has grown the flock, though from a distant suburb. Rev. Reuen Thomas urged removal in a sermon, advocating a site near the Reservoir gates to boost growth.

Brighton D. D Harvard Brookline

Burdeau Funeral in Paris with Silent Crowd

Auguste Burdeau former president of the Chamber of Deputies was buried in Paris with a non religious ceremony. Deputies and officials spoke at the Palais Bourbon and the procession to Pere La Chaise faced rain and mud as crowds watched in silence.

Paris Auguste Burdeau Chamber of Deputies Palais Bourbon Francois Cesaire DeBahy Reunion M. Demole Senate M. Gailleton Lyons M. Burdeau Pere la Chaise the Elysee Mme. Burdeau Place de la Concorde

ANOTHER ARMENIAN ASSAULT IN LYNN

An Armenian assault occurred in Lynn on Sunday near Church street when Ira Carsine and A N Stevens were attacked by three unknown men. The assailants were Armenians. the motive remains unknown. Carsine and Stevens escaped unharmed due to their quick flight and a rescuing party arriving. the three attackers fled.

Lynn Ira Carsine A. N. Stevens Armenia Church Street Carsine Stevens

Emmet Literary Association Plans Christmas Festival

Waltham December 16 The Emmet Literary Association prepares for its annual Christmas festival to aid needy city children. Last year the society fed 500 children and gave each a clothing or useful gift. This year President Riley and associates commit time and money with nightly rehearsals for an entertaining program.

Waltham Emmet Literary Association Riley

Nathan Matthews Jr Club Elects Officers and Directors

The Nathan Matthews Jr Club met Sunday to elect officers led by President Istopher Scheele and Vice President P Jr Sheenan. Board of directors includes James Donovan, HB Kerr, J Sullivan, J Fillebrown, J Lynch, with aims to foster fellowship and civic involvement in Boston society.

Nathan Matthews, Jr Istopher Scheele P. Jr. Sheenan T. J. Kelliher William McDevitt, Jr Max Levy James Donovan HB. A. Kerr J. Sullivan J. Fillebrown J. Lynch

New England Homestead Promotes Transcontinental Fruit Tour

The New England Homestead announces a transcontinental excursion for Eastern fruit growers to the American Pomological Society meeting in Sacramento in January. Open to the public, the trip is led by C. D. Sage of North Brookfield Massachusetts with details available. The mammoth affair expects over 1000 attendees and offers a low rate for a continental tour.

New England Homestead American Pomological Society Sacramento Boston C. D. Sage North Brookfield Mass

Bromfield Street Noonday Evangelistic Meetings Begin

The Rev. Ralph Gillam leads the noon meeting of the Evangelistic Association of New England at Bromfield Street Church all week. Solo performances by Gospel Singer Rev. R. F. True and others accompany the services.

Ralph Gillam Woburn Evangelistic Association of New England Bromfield Street Church R. F. True

Gaming arrests on Sunday by Division 11 officers

Officers of Division 11 yesterday arrested James McDonald and John Brady for gaming on the Lord's day. Bridget complains of dust and deflection.

James McDonald John Brady

Germany Debates Anti Socialist Bill Amid Clerical Pressure

In Berlin deputies delay debating the anti socialists bill while the government seeks a compromise with clerical leaders. Votes split 139 in favor, 122 against with Poles to split, as Chancellor von Hohenlohe seeks peace between church and state and faces clerical demands for full repeal of Jesuit expulsion laws.

Berlin Depsties Herr von Levetzow Hohenlohe Federal Council Hamburger Nachrichten Varzin Prince Hohenlohe Bismarck Leibknecht Reichstag

Social Democrats Clash With Emperor Over Salary Proposal

In Berlin on December 16 the Social Democrats denounced an proposed 100000 mark salary increase for Chancellor Hohenlohe and announced the offer was declined. The dispute signals growing parliamentary tension as radicals view the move toward a federal council without a Reichstag. An anarchist meeting fizzled after a permit holder was jailed for a virulent Der Sozialist article. The Zwickau governor dissolved the local Social Democratic organization for lacking corporate rights. Vorwärts exposed confidential war office letters restricting one year volunteers to exclude Social Democrats and Anarchists, with the emperor seeking every copy traced as the probe proceeds.

Berlin Hohenlohe Wilhelm Stolle Koeller Roessler Warpencke der Sozialist Zwickau Vorwaerts Publc War Office Vorwaert

Boxing ban reaches amateur bouts at Chicago Athletic Association

In Chicago on December 16, a police order backed by Mayor Hopkins bans all exhibitions where fists contact face or body including amateur bouts at the Chicago Athletic Association clubhouse and potentially extending to Corbett and Fitzsimmons theatrical performances.

Chicago Chicago Athletic Association Hopkins Corbett and Fitzsimmons

Charity meeting highlights Newton Associated Charities

Nearly 800 residents gathered at the Central Congregational Church Newton for a charity meeting. The principal address was delivered by Rev J M Pullman of Lynn, who spoke at length on the work of the Newton Associated Charities.

Newton Associated Charities Central Congregational Church Newton J. M. Pullman Lynn

Foreign Failures Due to Fall in Cotton

Berlin report states Julius Dalhaus a yarn dyer in Elberfeld has failed. Liabilities amount to 500000 marks due to the drop in cotton prices and demand.

Berlin Julius Dalhaus Elberfeld

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